Interior Design

Summary

The Associate of Science Degree in Interior Design provides students with comprehensive skills and knowledge in core competencies to meet professional standards that promote the health, safety, and welfare of the public. An A.S. graduate will have enhanced career opportunities through the creation of a more comprehensive, skills-based portfolio, be a more competitive candidate for entry-level employment, and fulfill the educational requirements to sit for the California Council of Interior Design Certification (CCIDC) IDEX® for the state of California and National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) exams. *Students are advised to research the most current Interior Design certification and legislation requirements if they plan to practice outside of California upon graduation.

This degree is part of the interior design program, and offers a comprehensive and professionally relevant curriculum in the field of interior design. The program offers a comprehensive and professionally relevant curriculum in the dynamic, collaborative and evolutionary field of Interior Design. It includes foundational technical knowledge and skills, creative problem solving, sustainable solutions, critical thinking and professional practice. The program exposes students to industry organizations, such as ASID, IIDA and NKBA, providing them with professional connections and continuing education opportunities. The program is affiliated with the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA). The A.S. degree is recommended for students planning to take the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) exam or the California Council of Interior Design Certification (CCIDC) IDEX® exam. For more information on the program, career applications, and suggested course sequence, visit our website at https://www.sdmesa.edu/academics/v2/programs/interior-design/.

Award Note: The Associate Degree requires a minimum of 60 degree applicable semester units.

Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Interior Design Program will be able to:

1. Communicate with other professional members of the built environment demonstrating their specialized knowledge of interior construction, building codes, equipment, materials and furnishings, and sustainable and universal design principles.
2. Apply critical and design thinking to identify and creatively solve problems relating to the function, aesthetics and quality of the interior environment enhancing the health, safety and welfare of the public.
3. Perform services relative to interior spaces, including gathering information, programming, space planning, and the creation of drawings and specifications using current technology and practices.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of professional and ethical practices in the field of Interior Design as well as exhibit awareness and an appreciation of cultural diversity regionally, nationally and globally. Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively within the design community.

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